Kara Focht
Monticello
Summary
Professional assembly expert with solid track record in precision assembly and problem-solving. Skilled in reading blueprints, using hand tools, and ensuring product quality. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assembly Technician 3
Cirrus Aircraft
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Assembled aircraft components following detailed technical specifications and quality standards.
- Operated hand and power tools to ensure precise assembly of parts in compliance with safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot assembly issues, enhancing overall productivity and efficiency.
- Conducted inspections of finished assemblies, verifying adherence to design specifications and quality assurance guidelines.
- Maintained organized workstations, optimizing workflow and minimizing potential hazards during assembly processes.
- Documented assembly processes and maintained logs for traceability, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the team.
- Adapted quickly to changes in production schedules, ensuring timely completion of assembly tasks without compromising quality.
- Maintained open lines of communication with supervisors regarding potential issues or concerns impacting the efficiency of assembly processes.
Station Lead
Premier Marine, Inc
11.2021 - 05.2024
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked with team members to ensure all wiring was being done correctly and efficiently to meet tact times.
- Troubleshot any electrical issues concerning the console and its components.
Department Manager
McDonald's
10.2019 - 11.2021
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to company policies.
- Managed team performance, providing coaching and support to enhance skills and productivity.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined departmental functions and increased efficiency.
- Conducted regular training sessions to ensure staff proficiency in operational procedures and safety protocols.
Education
No Degree - Electrical Engineering
University of Minnesota
Duluth, MN05-2028
Rush City High School
Rush City, MN05-2020
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Troubleshooting skills
- Assembly processes
- Quality inspections
- Production line efficiency
- Schematic interpretation
- Documentation skills
- Blueprint interpretation
- Supply inventory management
- Electrical wiring
- Schematic reading
- Safety
- Manufacturing processes
- Assembly rework and repairs
- Experience working assembly line
- Hand tools proficiency
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Assembly and production
- Problem-solving
- Electrical assembly
- Accuracy
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assembly Technician 3
Cirrus Aircraft
06.2024 - 06.2025
Station Lead
Premier Marine, Inc
11.2021 - 05.2024
Department Manager
McDonald's
10.2019 - 11.2021
No Degree - Electrical Engineering
University of Minnesota
Rush City High School
Similar Profiles
Norma L. GuajardoNorma L. Guajardo
Assembler at Cirrus AircraftAssembler at Cirrus Aircraft
Joseph WalegaJoseph Walega
Airframe Design Engineer at Cirrus AircraftAirframe Design Engineer at Cirrus Aircraft
Dale L. BoydDale L. Boyd
CNC Machinist III at Cirrus AircraftCNC Machinist III at Cirrus Aircraft
Keliah JohnsonKeliah Johnson
Administrative Operations Coordinator at University of Arkansas at MonticelloAdministrative Operations Coordinator at University of Arkansas at Monticello
Luke DenoLuke Deno
Coordinator of Middle School Ministries at Monticello United Methodist ChurchCoordinator of Middle School Ministries at Monticello United Methodist Church